Jibramerkuthi - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Jibramerkuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27 km from Ghughumari and around 32.7 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jibramerkuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jibramerkuthi is 308149. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.11 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Coochbehar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jibramerkuthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jibramerkuthi
According to the 2011 Census, Jibramerkuthi village had a total population of 1,774 people, including 922 males and 852 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.70%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 76.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 922 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 150 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 635 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 287 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Jibramerkuthi
Jibramerkuthi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Naldhondra | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Kachamari | North | 1.73 km |
| Khari Analdhondra | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Brahmatara Salbari | South | 2.64 km |
| Patchhara | East | 2.83 km |
| Chandamari | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Paitakapara | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Khalisaguri | North | 3.35 km |
| Haldimohan | North | 3.38 km |
| Hatiram Salbari | South-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jibramerkuthi
Jibramerkuthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coochbehar to Jibramerkuthi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Jibramerkuthi is about 32.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jibramerkuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jibramerkuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jibramerkuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jibramerkuthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jibramerkuthi
Where is Jibramerkuthi located?
Jibramerkuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jibramerkuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jibramerkuthi is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Jibramerkuthi?
The pincode of Jibramerkuthi is 736157.
What is the population of Jibramerkuthi?
Jibramerkuthi had a total population of 1,774, including 922 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Jibramerkuthi?
Jibramerkuthi had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jibramerkuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jibramerkuthi was 79.70%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 76.89%.